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IrelandScotlandWalesBanks say Healey is planning Budget tax raid on their profitsSenior banking executives have told the BBC they expect to be "on the menu" in the chancellor's Budget tax later this month.9 hrs agoBusinessSame-day test helps doctors detect hidden infections in critically ill childrenMetagenomics offers a new way of detecting infections in intensive care patients.2 hrs agoHealthRussell Brand accuser says he turned 'monster-like' before alleged rapeThe 51-year-old faces three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault and one of indecent assault.10 hrs agoCultureWhy Harry and Meghan's UK relaunch felt so much like a royal engagementThe Duchess of Sussex has not done anything like the day of events in Nottingham for several years on British soil.6 hrs agoUKReform faces questions over candidate vetting after undercover filmingReform UK says the party has "improved and prioritised its vetting procedures".3 hrs agoPoliticsTrans people should use hospital spaces according to biological sex, NHS England saysNew guidance says trans patients should be cared for on single-sex hospital wards or bays that align with their biological sex.10 hrs agoHealthFormer DUP leader Donaldson sentenced to 15 years in prison for child sex abuseJeffrey Donaldson was convicted of 18 counts of sex abuse, including one of rape, which he committed against two women when they were children.11 hrs agoNorthern IrelandLondon housing project wins top architecture awardLion Green Road in Coulsdon was recognised for the way it responds to its surroundings.Severe drought declared in parts of southern EnglandReservoir levels continue to drop after a hot summer and less September rain than normal.Man killed by tiger died from 'multiple injuries'William Chapman climbed two fences to enter a tiger's pen at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, an inquest hears.Farage defends Reform's vetting after councillors filmed making racist commentsThe Reform leader says "you can't vet for future comments", after undercover filming of party activists.Fifty arrests in crime probe after fatal A66 crashThe arrests are made as part of a wider operation against organised crime after the A66 fatal crash.Watch/ListenWatch: Harry and Meghan at first joint engagement since UK returnThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex are making several public appearances in Nottingham.Emotional TV plea for cancer research leads to meeting with PMScottish athlete, Archie Goodburn, who was diagnosed with three inoperable brain tumours two years ago, met Andy Burnham after an appeal for more investment into brain cancer research.Watch: BBC joins police on front line against car theftInvestigations reporter NJ Convery has been out on a nighttime hunt for vehicle thieves.State threats and AI: Key takeaways from MI5 chief's speechBBC Security Correspondent Frank Gardner analyses what intelligence agency's boss said in his annual speech and what it means for Britain.Features & analysisI'm 12 and I want to try protein powder - should I?We asked experts how safe it is for children and teenagers to take protein supplements.Wales has an education crisis. Can it be fixed?Wales scores poorly on international test results but it is not clear a new curriculum will help.How West Midlands shed its gun crime capital labelFirearms discharges drop by more than half in the past six years in the force area.Dog that hunts invasive 'sea vomit' honoured as animal of the yearSgiath is thought to be the UK's first sea squirt-hunting dog and has been trained to sniff out the marine pest.More from the UKMan killed by tiger climbed two fences before suffering multiple injuries, inquest hearsWilliam Chapman's family raised concerns about his contact with mental health services, the hearing is told.Donaldson jail term poses 'complex challenge' for prison staff'Jeffrey Donaldson was sentenced to 15 years for committing sex abuse, including one of rape, against two women when they were children.Lockerbie accused's alleged confession can be used in trial, US judge rulesDefence lawyers claim Abu Agila Mas'ud Kheir Al-Marimi was forced by three masked men to make the confession while in custody in Libya.Farmer says hosting 4G mast is a 'nightmare' as fees cost him thousandsAlan Watson says farmers are being "bullied" into terms between telecoms operators and landowners.Latest updates2 hrs agoYour child wasn't invited to the party - here's how to handle the disappointmentThis very common scenario can be sad for little ones but there are ways you can help them.2 hrs ago6 hrs agoWhy Harry and Meghan's UK relaunch felt so much like a royal engagementThe Duchess of Sussex has not done anything like the day of events in Nottingham for several years on British soil.6 hrs ago6 hrs agoUK threatens to ban Eritreans over migrant return policyThe home secretary said she would not hesitate to impose measures on other countries "refusing to co-operate".6 hrs ago15 hrs agoMeghan makes first official public appearance since moving back to UKThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex are taking part in a series of events linked to their charitable work in Nottingham.15 hrs ago15 hrs agoWatch: Harry and Meghan at first joint engagement since UK returnThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex are making several public appearances in Nottingham.15 hrs ago2 days agoRestrictions for doctor who removed ovariesAli Shokouh-Amiri cannot now carry out consultations with female patients without a chaperone.2 days ago2 days agoOne stolen every four minutes - inside the police battle against vehicle thievesOfficers tell the BBC they are overstretched and struggling to keep up with sophisticated criminals.2 days ago2 days agoWatch: BBC joins police on front line against car theftInvestigations reporter NJ Convery has been out on a nighttime hunt for vehicle thieves.2 days ago2 days agoMI5 chief warns of threats to UK from Russia, Iran and AISir Ken McCallum says operations to tackle terrorism and state threats are now roughly of an "equal scale".2 days ago...
